Matteo Messina Denaro, the infamous mafia boss who passed away at the age of 62, made a bold statement during his first interrogation in front of Palermo’s magistrates on February 13th. In less than two hours, he spoke about the mafia, his family, and even the charge of external complicity in a mafia association. In that interrogation, Messina Denaro expressed that he did not consider himself a mafioso but rather a man of honor, admitting that he may have unknowingly engaged in business with Cosa Nostra. He denied any involvement in the crimes he was accused of, including murders and attacks. One particular case he distanced himself from was the kidnapping and murder of Giuseppe Di Matteo, the son of a pentito. Messina Denaro claimed that Giovanni Brusca was responsible for the act and expressed frustration over being unjustly associated with it. He also addressed a controversial audio recording in which he insulted the late Judge Giovanni Falcone. He clarified that he had an issue with the methodology of the commemoration rather than with Falcone himself. Messina Denaro explained that he had maintained correspondence with Bernardo Provenzano, a fellow mafia fugitive, as they both faced a similar situation and believed it was necessary to meet eventually. He admitted that they would exchange requests for favors but denied any involvement in homicides. Furthermore, Messina Denaro discussed his decision to live a technology-free life for many years due to its potential vulnerabilities. He also mentioned his father, Francesco Messina Denaro, whom he described as an art dealer. Overall, the interrogation provided insight into the thoughts and beliefs of the notorious mafia boss.
“Messina Denaro: il suo primo interrogatorio svela un’incrollabile determinazione senza pentimento”
